Finance Manager

Early Years - the organisation for young children; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension scheme

Healthcare schemes

Job summary

Early Years – The Organisation for Young Children in Belfast is seeking a Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance Services in delivering accurate accounting, payroll, and timely financial reporting. This full-time role runs 37 hours per week at the Belfast HQ, with a pro-rata salary of £40,554.90 to £43,532.22 per annum.

You will contribute to strong financial controls, not-for-profit funding management, and compliance with statutory requirements while supporting strategic objectives and

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience using an accounting package to final TB and management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance Services in day-to-day finance operations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Operate payroll processing and budgeting controls.
• Contribute to financial planning and analysis.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Office

Not-for-profit sector experience

Sage 200 Accounts

Organisation & communication

Problem solving

Driving licence & car access

Education

CIMA

Chartered Accountants Ireland

ACCA

CIPFA

Tools

Sage 200 Accounts

Job description

6c Wildflower Way, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT12 6TA United Kingdom

Finance Manager Early Years Headquarters, Belfast, BT12 6TA Full Time Point 29-32 (£40,554.90 - £43,532.22) per annum pro-rata

Join Early Years –The Organisation for Young Children as a Finance Manager

Location: Early Years Headquarters,6c Wildflower Way, Belfast, BT12 6TA

Hours:37 hours per week

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education?

Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential?

Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

• In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

The post holder will support the Head of Finance Services in ensuring the efficient day to day running of the finance function through accurate accounting records, operational controls and financial reporting. This role is critical to ensuring that finance systems and processes operate effectively, support business objectives, and meet all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

We're looking for people who at the closing date have

• Part or qualified member of one of the following professional bodies:

• - The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• - Chartered Accountants Ireland
• - The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
• - The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

• A minimum of 3 year’s practical experience of operating an accounting package to final Trial Balance and management accounts stage.
• Experience of payroll processing or management.
• A high level of knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work flexibly, conscientiously and use own initiative to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse financial information effectively.
• A full current driving licence and access to a car, or alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.
• Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector and project funding.
• Experience of working with Sage 200 Accounts.

An information pack containing the job description and personnel specification is available .

Please note, the information pack will not be available after the job posting closes therefore you may want to download it.

As part of the application process, you will need to demonstrate how you meet the criteria as outlined above and, on the personnel specification, and provide a copy of your CV.

Shortlisting will be completed based on the information contained with the application form, therefore it is important to clearly outline how you meet the criteria.

Please note that your CV will only be used to support your application in assessing employment history.

Once you begin the application, it must be completed in one session, as there is no option to save and return to it later.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 26 October 2026.

For shortlisted applicants, it is anticipated that an unseen assessment will take place during the week commencing 2 November 2026.

For successful applicants, interviews will take place during the week commencing 9 November 2026.

A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles – if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via email.

Please Note:Applicants who were not shortlisted or successful in the previous recruitment exercise for this post should only reapply if they can provide new or additional evidence demonstrating how they meet the advertised criteria.

Should you need to contact us, please use the following methods:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone] Option 5

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.

Location Early Years Headquarters, Belfast, BT12 6TA

Salary Point 29-32 (£40,554.90 - £43,532.22) per annum pro-rata

Contact email [e-mail] Contact phone [phone] Option 5